One of the greatest rock bands of all time returns to the stage; group earned $60 million in the past 12 months thanks to a new album, lengthy tour and a video game.

One of the greatest rock bands of all time returns to the stage; group earned $60 million in the past 12 months thanks to a new album, lengthy tour and a video game. Released Black Ice, first studio record in eight years, last October; sold 8 million units. Launched Black Ice World Tour last October; concerts slated to run until March 2010. Also made money as the first band to get its own version of the "Rock Band" videogame.

Forbes Reporter Quentin Hardy caught the eye of the Paparazzi. You can, too.

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